Fire Station Construction Timeline and Grant Denial
Key Questions
What is the current status of the new fire station project?
The bidding process for the new fire station at the old middle school site is underway, with bid documents now available. Construction is expected to start in September.
Why was the grant denied?
The grant was denied due to non-compliance with MBTA/3A law. This affects community programs and relates to ongoing state-local relations.
How does this impact local safety infrastructure?
The fire station project continues despite the grant denial, focusing on safety infrastructure development. The situation remains a developing story.
Town Manager update: fire station bidding underway, construction expected to start in September. Also, a grant was denied due to non-compliance with MBTA/3A law, affecting community programs. Water rate presentation and trash fee increase to $210 discussed; town audit completed. This is a developing story on safety infrastructure and state-local relations.